Lexus Facts » 2000 http://www.lexusfacts.com Information on Lexus Cars and Trucks Sun, 04 Oct 2009 08:10:22 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 The Lexus SC400 Base for 2000 http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/09/the-lexus-sc400-base-for-2000/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/09/the-lexus-sc400-base-for-2000/#comments Fri, 04 Sep 2009 09:10:22 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/the-lexus-sc400-base-for-2000 Lexus SC400

The restyled SC400 Base is equipped with a 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota five-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1999 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC400 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The dimensions of the SC400 Base are 70.50 inches wide by 190.20 inches long. It sits 54.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 105.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the SC400 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 72 months or 70,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $31,505, with a dealer invoice cost of $27,365. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2000 SC400 is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.

The SC400 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty six when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 2000 model year was very successful for the Lexus SC400. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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The restyled SC300 Base is equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1999 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC300 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The SC300 is 190.20 inches long, 70.50 inches wide, and 54.90 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 105.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the SC300 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $31,505, with a dealer invoice cost of $27,365. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2000 SC300 is a MPI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.

The SC300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty six when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 2000 model year was very successful for the Lexus SC300. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

]]> http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/08/the-lexus-sc300-base-for-2000/feed/ 0 The Lexus RX300 Base for 2000 http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/07/the-lexus-rx300-base-for-2000/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/07/the-lexus-rx300-base-for-2000/#comments Mon, 06 Jul 2009 04:10:22 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/the-lexus-rx300-base-for-2000 Lexus RX300

A lot has been said about the Lexus RX300 for 2000. As Lexus's entry in the sport utility market the RX300 (and in this case specically the Base version) has maintained a solid reputation. The 4-door RX300 is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect truck to help Lexus as a brand in general.

Lexus RX300 Engine Specs

The RX300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The RX300 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

RX300 Base Statistics

The dimensions of the RX300 Base are 71.50 inches wide by 180.10 inches long. It sits a comfortable 65.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $33,005, with an invoice cost of $28,668. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2000 RX300 is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 17.20 gallons.

The RX300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty four when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green truck, this was subpar.

Conclusion

The 2000 model year was unsuccessful for the Lexus RX300. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

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The 2000 LX470 is an important vehicle to Lexus for the sport utility market segment. The Base is a member of a series of one trim levels for the LX470 which include Base. The four-door truck with its four-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Lexus. There is strong competition from vehicles from Infiniti.

Engine Performance

The LX470 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.7 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The LX470 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses torsion bar and coil springs front and rear respectively.

LX470 Base Statistics

The dimensions of the LX470 Base are 76.40 inches wide by 192.50 inches long. It sits a comfortable 72.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard eight passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 112.20 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $60,105 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $51,600. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2000 LX470 is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 25.40 gallons.

The 2000 LX470 gets 16 miles/gallon on the highway and only 13 in the city. This is average for a sport utility truck.

In Summary

The 1999 model began the promise of the Lexus LX470. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the LX470 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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The 2000 LS400 is an important vehicle to Lexus for the sedan market segment. The Base is a member of a series of one trim levels for the LS400 which include Base. The four-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Lexus. There is strong competition from vehicles from Acura.

Performance

The LS400 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The fuel system for the 2000 LS400 is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 21.90 gallons.

The LS400 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

LS400 Base Statistics

The LS400 is 196.70 inches long, 72.00 inches wide, and 56.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 112.20 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $54,005, with an invoice cost of $45,818. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

The standard warranty period for the LS400 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2000 LS400 gets 25 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is average for a sedan car.

Conclusion

The 1999 model began the promise of the Lexus LS400. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the LS400 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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In 2000 Lexus released the GS400 Base to the car-buying market. The GS400 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine, which makes 26 highway miles and 19 city. The GS400 competes in the Sedan market segment, in direct competition with Toyota.

Lexus GS400 Engine Specs

The GS400 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sedan arena.

The GS400 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the GS400 Base are 70.50 inches wide by 190.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 54.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 105.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $31,505, with an invoice cost of $27,365. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the GS400 is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 18.50-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

The 2000 GS400 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.

We Think...

The 1999 model began the promise of the Lexus GS400. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the GS400 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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There have been several award-winning cars from Lexus over the years, including the Lexus GS300 of 2000. There are one trim levels to the GS300, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 1999 the popular 3.0 liter has made this a popular choice for sedan buyers nationwide.

2000 Lexus GS300 Base Specs

The restyled GS300 Base is equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota five-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1999 version.

The fuel system for the 2000 GS300 is a MPI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The GS300 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The GS300 is 190.20 inches long, 70.50 inches wide, and 54.90 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 105.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $31,505, with a dealer invoice cost of $27,365. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 70,000/72 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The GS300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty six when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 1999 model began the promise of the Lexus GS300. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the GS300 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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There have been several award-winning cars from Lexus over the years, including the Lexus ES300 of 2000. There are one trim levels to the ES300, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 1999 the popular 3.0 liter has made this a popular choice for sedan buyers nationwide.

2000 Lexus ES300 Base Specs

The restyled ES300 Base is equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1999 version.

The fuel system for the 2000 ES300 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The ES300 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The ES300 is 190.20 inches long, 70.50 inches wide, and 54.90 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 105.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $31,505, with a dealer invoice cost of $27,365. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

The standard warranty period for the ES300 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2000 ES300 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

Parting Shots

The 1999 model began the promise of the Lexus ES300. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the ES300 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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